U.S. House Bill Would Cut Higher Ed Costs, Boost Competency-Based Programs

August 1, 2014

“Gowdy, Welch Amendments Included in House Education Bill”

Today two amendments proposed by Rep. Trey Gowdy (R-SC) and Rep. Peter Welch (D-VT) were included in House-passed education affordability legislation,H.R. 3136, the Advancing Competency-Based Education Demonstration Project Act of 2013.

“Too many students and families are struggling under the rising cost of higher education and student loan debt. The House is working to encourage innovation in our higher education system, promote flexible learning opportunities and reduce the cost of higher education,” Gowdy said. “Our amendments included in today’s bill will help reduce unnecessary and burdensome government regulations that can contribute to costs and prevent institutions from pursuing innovative solutions for students.” READ MORE HERE

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